Review
Blue Star Cafe Is a Star
Simple, fresh, colorful, inexpensive fare in a modest little restaurant. Lovely.
Mar 13th, 2019 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
Mother Knows Best
Rep’s family play ‘Things I Know to Be True’ is uneven, but audience seems captivated.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
In Tandem’s Two Hander A Treat
In 'Velocity', aging mother and estranged son fight over her independence, with dramatic, witty results.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Strange Snow’ Probes Vietnam War Wounds
Chamber Theatre production is uneven but packs a punch.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Oh, Those Rhapsodic Russians
Milwaukee Symphony and guest pianist Simon Trpčeski soar in works by Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev.
Feb 25th, 2019 by Brendan Fox
See the Exotic Chinese Lady!
Rep’s 'The Chinese Lady' probes a 19th century carny show and white attitudes about immigrants.
Feb 18th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘The Wife’ and the Best Actresses
Several strong nominees but Glenn Close’s performance in 'The Wife' stands out.
Feb 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Roma’ Is a Masterpiece
But will its origin via Netflix doom its chances of winning Academy’s favor?
Feb 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Vice’ Is Short on Virtues
Great makeup artistry, but not comic enough to be comedy or deep enough for drama.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Breakfast With A Beautiful View
Uncle Wolfie's in Brewers Hill overlooks the city with cozy vintage touches and tasty chow.
Feb 5th, 2019 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
The Tangled Roots of Racism
Next Act’s “Blood at the Root” hits hard, but lacks subtlety and shading.
Feb 4th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
MidTown Grill Offers Comfort Food
Less elaborate than its sibling North Avenue Grill, but the food is just as good.
Feb 1st, 2019 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
